Redesigning the Historic St. Georgenberg Monastery Garden
Public Space
Overview
The City of Frankenberg Municipal Authority entrusted us with revitalizing the historic St. Georgenberg Monastery. We aim to give it a fresh and renewed appearance while carefully preserving the site's historically documented 18th-century structure.
We transformed St. Georgenberg Monastery’s courtyard and garden into a vibrant space with lush perennials, a teaching bed of historical medicinal plants, and edible features like herbs, berries, and apple trees. With inviting paths, benches, and a central fountain, it offers a tranquil retreat. Paved areas were replaced with herb lawns, enhancing sustainability and natural beauty.
Role
Area:
Duration
Tools
Team Size
Designer | LA
7.400 sqm
3 years
VW Works
2 members
phases
Lph 2-5
This project was completed in eight carefully planned phases, encompassing concept development, final design, detailed planning, and construction.
#Steps
Design Process
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Documenting the data and plans.
Archiving site photographs
Monitoring changes over the years have been integral to this project.
Regular assessments include reviewing plans and growth progress, as well as inspecting the materials and elements used in the site’s construction to evaluate their resilience to environmental and weather conditions.
#Learning
Takeaways
The importance of communication between the offices and everyone involved in the project is key.
Being present for all the appointments is crucial to keep everything on track.
It's important to know how to manage and deliver the project in a short time.
Empathy between team members plays a big role in building a good working relationship.
Also, knowing how to find alternative solutions quickly is essential when challenges arise.
